Your next chapter in ASL
Keep learning.
Build confidence.
Go beyond the basics.
You know a few signs. Now give your learning a direction—with courses, recorded workshops, and practical activities you can return to whenever you need them.
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See inside the membership
Your next lesson, in one place.
Open your dashboard, choose a course, and follow its lessons in order. Completion tracking helps you find your place when you return.
- Three courses: choose a foundation, a longer practice routine, or a refresher.
- Recorded lessons: pause, replay, and work through a recording in smaller sessions.
- A wider library: explore workshops, videos, and supporting resources alongside your course.
Try a class · no account needed
Start with the first Bootcamp class.
Preview the original Build a Solid Foundation for Success recording from Day 1 of the 7-Day ASL Bootcamp. Learn foundational concepts, consider why you want to learn ASL, and start a practical learning plan.
Recording: 46 minutes, 35 seconds. Watch in parts if that fits your day. Leave time afterward to try the practice activity.
Try the lesson’s practice activity
Prepare a short ASL introduction using signs you already know. Explain why you are learning and choose a realistic time to practice. Record an attempt for your own review, then write down one thing to revisit.
This is an archived class recording. Live schedules and promotions mentioned in the video belong to the original program. The member lesson also includes orientation, supporting links, an evening group recording, and completion tracking.
Choose your starting point
Three courses. Different ways to build momentum.
Not sure where to begin? Start with the 7-Day ASL Bootcamp. Choose the Crash Course for a longer routine, or the Challenge to refresh what you know. Your membership includes all three.
Recording lengths vary. The sample class above runs 46:35. Course names describe the original schedules, not a deadline; pause and review at your own pace.
Build your foundation
7-Day ASL Bootcamp
A focused path through introductions, vocabulary, learning strategies, grammar, and classifiers.
- Seven daily lessons
- Morning class and evening group recordings
- Practice challenges and a plan for continued learning
See the lesson outline
- Introductions and getting started
- Building your vocabulary
- Learn like a polyglot
- Learn like a child
- Mindset, motivation, and methods
- ASL grammar and classifiers
- Creating long-term success
Each lesson combines recorded teaching with a practice challenge. Some include orientation or evening group recordings.
Create a steady routine
ASL Crash Course
Build consistency with instructional lessons and weekday activities that help you use what you learn.
- 13 instructional lessons, orientation, and 20 practice activities
- Vocabulary, fingerspelling, grammar, and classifiers
- Practice days woven between lessons
See the lesson outline
- Introductions and finding your why
- Animals, pets, and creating a plan
- Family and learning the basics
- Casual language and increasing exposure
- Feelings, emotions, and applying what you learn
- Making mistakes and receiving feedback
- Food, drinks, and mindset
- Numbers and staying motivated
- Defining features and independent learning
- Understanding classifiers
- Improving your fingerspelling
- Understanding ASL grammar
- Course conclusion and next steps
The four modules cover foundations, getting involved, independent learning, and developing your skills. Twenty practice activities are woven between the instructional lessons.
Renew your motivation
7-Day ASL Challenge
Revisit your skills, try focused activities, and make a realistic plan to keep practicing.
- Seven lessons with signing challenges
- Everyday topics and core language skills
- Reflection on your learning habits and next steps
See the lesson outline
- Introductions and building a solid foundation
- Feelings, emotions, and learning fundamentals
- Meals and learning like a polyglot
- Family and mindset
- Numbers and staying motivated
- Grammar, classifiers, and fingerspelling
- Long-term success and course reflection
Use the signing challenge in each lesson to apply the material and choose what to practice next.
These are self-paced versions of archived programs. Course names reflect the original schedules; you can take more time, pause, and review. References to historical events or promotions in recordings belong to those original programs.
Choose what fits you
What stays free? What does membership add?
| Learning option | Free ASL Basics | Beyond the Basics |
|---|---|---|
| Public lessons and beginner learning paths | Available without membership | Still available |
| Wednesday community Zoom practice | Free; self-directed | The same free community practice |
| Three organized courses with lesson completion tracking | Preview the sample class above | Included while membership is active |
| Member library of archived workshops, classes, videos, and interviews | Selected public material | Member library access |
| Practice activities and member resources | Public guides and resources | Course activities and additional member resources |
| One-to-one tutoring | Separate service | Separate service; not included |
| Cost | Free | 14-day trial, then $4.99/month until canceled |
Payment details are required for the trial. Cancel before it ends to avoid the first charge. One trial per account. Membership gives you an organized learning library; it is not a live instructor-led course.
Beyond the courses
A library you can keep coming back to.
Sometimes you need a full course. Sometimes you need one useful explanation. The member library gives you room for both.
- Recorded workshops: spend time with a focused skill or learning question.
- Past livestreams and educational videos: revisit demonstrations and explanations at your own pace.
- Community interviews: hear other people’s experiences with ASL and language learning.
- Practice and resources: use activities and supplementary references to continue your learning.
Learn with Chris Gorges
Practical teaching.
A thoughtful place to grow.
Chris is a professional ASL interpreter and educator with a master’s degree in Education. He and Johnni created ASL Basics to make learning feel more approachable and achievable.
Our approach is to give you a useful next step: something you can practice, revisit, and build on.
Our approach to the member learning library
Is this a good fit for you?
- You know some ASL and want a clearer learning routine.
- You want recordings you can pause and review.
- You are ready to practice between lessons.
- You want to support the free resources ASL Basics shares with the community.
Brand new to ASL? Our free beginner learning path is another useful place to start.
Simple to get started
Your next learning session starts here.
- Start your 14-day trialComplete secure checkout with your payment details and create or sign in to your account.
- Choose a course or recordingOpen your member dashboard and pick a starting point that fits your current goals.
- Learn, practice, and returnWork at your own pace, mark lessons complete, and revisit recordings when you need a refresher.
A few helpful details
How does the 14-day free trial work?
New subscribers can explore Beyond the Basics free for 14 days. Payment details are required at checkout, but there is no signup fee. After 14 days, your subscription automatically continues at $4.99 per month until canceled. Cancel before the trial ends to avoid the first charge. One trial per customer account.
What do I get with membership?
Access to the three courses and the member library of recorded workshops, past livestreams, videos, interviews, practice activities, and supplementary resources while your membership is active.
Do I need to follow a fixed schedule?
No. These courses are self-paced. Their names reflect their original programs, so you can take more time, repeat a lesson, or move between courses as needed.
Does membership include live tutoring?
The membership gives you access to the self-paced learning library. Member events, when scheduled, appear in the dashboard.
Can I cancel my subscription?
Yes. Open your account, select Cancel beside your Beyond the Basics membership, and confirm the cancellation. Cancel before your 14-day trial ends to avoid the first $4.99 charge. Returning members can sign up again from the membership checkout; a new free trial is not included. Older subscriptions can still be managed from the legacy billing account during the transition.
Are the free ASL resources still available?
Yes. Free lessons, public resources, and community practice remain available. Membership provides an additional place to continue learning and supports those free opportunities.
Take your next step
Go Beyond the Basics.
Give your ASL learning a place to grow.
14 days free
Then $4.99 / month
Start your 14-day free trial →Payment details required. $0 signup fee. After 14 days, automatically renews at $4.99/month until canceled. Cancel before the trial ends to avoid being charged. One trial per customer account. Manage your subscription through your account. By starting a trial, you agree to our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy.
Your membership includes
- All three structured courses
- Recorded workshops and educational videos
- Past livestreams and community interviews
- Practice activities and supplementary resources
- Lesson completion tracking
- Access while your membership is active
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